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Historical & comparative linguistics

Hardback. A Brief History of Ancient Greek presents the history of this ancient language from its Indo-European beginnings to the present day, and explains key relationships between the language and literature of the Classical period (500 - 300 BC). Series: Wiley Brief Histories of the Ancient World. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: 2AHA; CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 16. Weight in Grams: 450.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
232
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405149259
ISBN
9781405149259
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.86

Paperback. This Companion, now available in a paperback format, brings together more than 60 distinguished contributors to offer a wide-ranging survey of the history of the English language. Many of the essays investigate regional and ethnic varieties and take up issues of and gender. Editor(s): Momma, Haruko; Matto, Michael. Series: Blackwell Companions to Literature and Culture. Num Pages: 724 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBX; CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 171 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1254.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
728
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470657935
ISBN
9780470657935
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.72

Hardcover. A Dictionary of Varieties of English presents a comprehensive listing of the distinctive dialects and forms of English spoken throughout the contemporary world, and provides an invaluable introduction and guide to current research trends in the field. Num Pages: 456 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBD; CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 181 x 25. Weight in Grams: 862.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
488
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470656419
ISBN
9780470656419
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 183.13

Paperback. Examines the essential points of Old English grammar. It includes a selection of short, simple original language texts, with annotations. Practice exercises are also included throughout. A companion website includes more interactive exercises, pronunciation samples, and further sample texts. Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: CFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 150 x 12. Weight in Grams: 288.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Broadview Press
Edition
annotated edition
Number of pages
300
Condition
New
SKU
V9781551118413
ISBN
9781551118413
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.03
€ 44.93

Paperback. This book traces the remarkable reconfigurations that English lexis has undergone in the past millennium. The vocabulary is studied as an indicator of social change, a symbol reflecting different social dynamics between speech communities, on models of dominance, cohabitation, colonialism and globalisation. Series: Language Library. Num Pages: 448 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 2AB; CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 640.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631188551
ISBN
9780631188551
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.93

Paperback. This work presents a concise account of the history of the English language, from the point of view of current theories of language variation and change. It provides a socio-historical background for each period, followed by a discussion of its major linguistic developments. Series: Blackwell Textbooks in Linguistics S. Num Pages: 304 pages, 19. BIC Classification: 2AB; CFB; CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 173 x 23. Weight in Grams: 566.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631200734
ISBN
9780631200734
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 43.34

hardcover. Steven Roger Fischer's fascinating book charts the history of communication from the time before human language was conceived through to the media explosion of the present day. Series: Globalities. Num Pages: 224 pages, 11ill. BIC Classification: CFFD. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 138 x 28. Weight in Grams: 474.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Reaktion Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861890511
ISBN
9781861890511
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.49

Paperback. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: 2ACG; CFF. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 644.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Number of pages
416
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415862639
ISBN
9780415862639
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 71.25

Paperback. This book traces the history of the Irish language from the time of the Norman invasion to independence. Aidan Doyle addresses both the shifting position of Irish in society and the important internal linguistic changes that have taken place, and combines political, cultural, and linguistic history. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 2AFR; CFF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 248 x 172 x 21. Weight in Grams: 552.
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198724766
ISBN
9780198724766
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.78

Paperback. Describes the development of the Japanese language from its recorded beginnings until the present day. Num Pages: 462 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 160 x 26. Weight in Grams: 644. 462 pages. Describes the development of the Japanese language from its recorded beginnings until the present day. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; CFF. Dimension: 232 x 160 x 26. Weight: 612.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
462
Condition
New
SKU
V9781107404090
ISBN
9781107404090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.25

Paperback. What is the relationship between the ideas of the Enlightenment and the culture and ideology of the French Revolution? Rosenfeld takes up that classic question by concentrating on changing conceptions of language and signs during the second half of the eighteenth century. Num Pages: 424 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JF; CFF; GTE; HBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 24. Weight in Grams: 558.
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
424
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804749312
ISBN
9780804749312
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.39

Paperback. A Student's Vocabulary for Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic, Updated Edition has been a standard resource for students of Hebrew and Aramaic for over 30 years, this new edition has updated formatting and transliterations. The book provides a complete vocabulary list of Hebrew and Aramaic words based on frequency. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 2CSJ; CFF; CJB; GBC; HRCG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). .
Publisher
Zondervan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Updated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780310533870
ISBN
9780310533870
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 15.46

Paperback. .
Publisher
Business Education Publishers Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781901888744
ISBN
9781901888744
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.28

Hardcover. Based on investigation in primary and secondary sources, this dictionary places Old Chinese squarely within the Sino-Tibetan language family, while paying due regard to other language families such as Austroasiatic, Miao-Yao (Hmong-Mien), and Kam-Tai. It is designed for use by nonspecialists and specialists. Series: ABC Chinese Dictionary Series. Num Pages: 688 pages. BIC Classification: 2GDC; CBD; CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1139.
Publisher
University of Hawaii Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Edition
Bilingual
Condition
New
SKU
V9780824829759
ISBN
9780824829759
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 98.21

paperback. An investigation of academic vocabulary in the International Corpus of Learner English. Series: Corpus and Discourse. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Continuum Publishing Corporation United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441114501
ISBN
9781441114501
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 55.58

CD-Audio. "Penny Dyer is an inspiration to work with" Helen Mirren An essential tool for actors needing to develop an accent at a moments notice. Top voice coach, Penny Dyer, voice coach to Helen Mirren on The Queen and Gwyneth Strong (Cassandra, Only Fools and Horses) present an hour long voice coaching session on CD. Series: Performance Books. BIC Classification: ANC; CFFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 191 x 136 x 14. Weight in Grams: 104.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Methuen Drama
Format
CD
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713685183
ISBN
9780713685183
CD
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 27.36

CD-Audio. "Penny Dyer is an inspiration to work with" Helen Mirren An essential tool for actors needing to develop an accent at a moments notice. Top voice coach, Penny Dyer, voice coach to Helen Mirren on The Queen and Gwyneth Strong (Cassandra, Only Fools and Horses) present an hour long voice coaching session on CD. Series: Performance Books. BIC Classification: ANC; CFFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 190 x 143 x 18. Weight in Grams: 112.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Methuen Drama
Format
CD
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713685176
ISBN
9780713685176
CD
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.29

Hardcover. Editor(s): Ryholt, Kim. Series: Carsten Niebuhr Institute Publications. Num Pages: 420 pages, 16 b/w plates. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; CFF; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 303 x 216 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1606.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Museum Tusculanum Press Denmark
Number of pages
420
Condition
New
SKU
V9788772896489
ISBN
9788772896489
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 116.18
€ 87.47

Paperback. .
Publisher
Zondervan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780310515951
ISBN
9780310515951
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 29.19

Paperback. Num Pages: 237 pages. BIC Classification: CFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 20. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1973
Publisher
Northwestern University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810105966
ISBN
9780810105966
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.06

Paperback. Investigates the origins of contemporary African American Vernacular English (AAVE), one of the oldest, yet unsolved, questions in sociolinguistics. This volume presents a comprehensive analysis of tense and aspect as manifested in recorded conversations with 101 former slaves and their descendants. Series: Language in Society. Num Pages: 320 pages, 48. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 1KJ; 2ABM; CFB; CFFD; JFSL3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 18. Weight in Grams: 436.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631212669
ISBN
9780631212669
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 91.55

Paperback. In response to the flood of interest in African American Vernacular English (AAVE) following the recent controversy over "Ebonics," this book brings together sixteen essays on the subject by a leading expert in the field, one who has been researching and writing on it for a quarter of a century. Series: Language in Society. Num Pages: 432 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ABM; CFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 608.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631212454
ISBN
9780631212454
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 75.64

Paperback. The new edition of this classic text chronicles recent breakthrough developments in the field of American English, covering regional, ethnic, and gender-based differences. Series: Language in Society. Num Pages: 456 pages. BIC Classification: 2ABM; CFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 150. .
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
456
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118390221
ISBN
9781118390221
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.92

Paperback. Helps to learn the lingo of American English. This dictionary offers you the definitions of more than 12,000 slang and informal expressions from various sources, ranging from golden oldie to ping. Each entry is followed by examples illustrating how an expression is used in everyday conversation. Series: McGraw-Hill ESL References. Num Pages: 576 pages. BIC Classification: 2ABM; CBD; CFFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 676.
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Number of pages
1098
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
4th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780071461085
ISBN
9780071461085
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 23.85

Hardcover. Presents a collection of short, readable descriptions of various American dialects. This work includes Southern English, New England speech, Chicano English, Appalachian English, Canadian English, and California English, among others. It offers a look at the range of American social, ethnic, and regional dialects. Editor(s): Wolfram, Walt; Ward, Ben. Num Pages: 288 pages, 44 illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ABM; CFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 165 x 18. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405121088
ISBN
9781405121088
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 152.09

Paperback. Presents a collection of short, readable descriptions of various American dialects. This work includes Southern English, New England speech, Chicano English, Appalachian English, Canadian English, and California English, among others. It offers a look at the range of American social, ethnic, and regional dialects. Editor(s): Wolfram, Walt; Ward, Ben. Num Pages: 288 pages, 44 illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ABM; CFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 158 x 15. Weight in Grams: 400.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405121095
ISBN
9781405121095
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.11

Paperback. This 1875 teaching grammar/reader, aimed at helping students to grasp Assyrian cuneiform, includes texts, transliterations and translations. Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Linguistics. Num Pages: 150 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 158 x 10. Weight in Grams: 220.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
150
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781108077958
ISBN
9781108077958
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.16

Paperback. This work explains American English in the context of American life, history, and institutions, while also making comparisons with British English. Series: Language Library. Num Pages: 320 pages, 14. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2ABM; CFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 13. Weight in Grams: 464.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631197928
ISBN
9780631197928
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.80

Hardback. * Investigates the cultural and social factors that make American vocabulary unique * Offers a systematic treatment of word-formation in American English with up-to-date examples * Provides extensive coverage of pragmatics and grammatical features . Series: Language Library. Num Pages: 320 pages, 14. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2ABM; CFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 168 x 23. Weight in Grams: 610.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631197911
ISBN
9780631197911
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 191.42

Hardback. A study of the English language during the period 1500-1700. Series: Edinburgh Textbooks on the English Language. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; 3JB; 3JD; CFF. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 227 x 148 x 13. Weight in Grams: 342.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748615230
ISBN
9780748615230
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 142.87

Paperback. A study of the English language during the period 1500-1700. Series: Edinburgh Textbooks on the English Language. Num Pages: 192 pages, 6 line drawings. BIC Classification: 2AB; 3JB; 3JD; CFF. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 217 x 139 x 11. Weight in Grams: 248.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748615247
ISBN
9780748615247
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 24.76

Paperback. This book is designed to provide undergraduate students of English historical linguistics with a concise description of the language during the period 1100-1500. Series: Edinburgh Textbooks on the English Language. Num Pages: 192 pages, notes, glossary, annotated bibliography. BIC Classification: 2ABC; 3H; CFF. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 139 x 12. Weight in Grams: 256. Series: Edinburgh Textbooks on the English Language. 192 pages, notes, glossary, annotated bibliography. This book is designed to provide undergraduate students of English historical linguistics with a concise description of the language during the period 1100-1500. Cateogry: (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 2ABC; 3H; CFF. Dimension: 217 x 139 x 12. Weight: 258.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748614813
ISBN
9780748614813
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.22

Paperback. An student's introduction to the first centuries in the history of the English language. Series: Edinburgh Textbooks on the English Language. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 149 x 10. Weight in Grams: 230. Series: Edinburgh Textbooks on the English Language. 176 pages. An student's introduction to the first centuries in the history of the English language. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 2AB; CFF. Dimension: 219 x 149 x 10. Weight: 228.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748642380
ISBN
9780748642380
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.33

Paperback. .
Publisher
Equinox Publishing (Indonesia)
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781792612
ISBN
9781781792612
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 48.25

Paperback. The only textbook of its kind, An Introduction to the Languages of the World is designed to introduce beginning linguistics students, who now typically start their study with little background in languages, to the variety of the languages of the world. Num Pages: 544 pages, 19 line art; 1 halftone. BIC Classification: CFB; CFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 161 x 277 x 31. Weight in Grams: 792.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195149883
ISBN
9780195149883
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 78.78

hardcover. Num Pages: 880 pages. BIC Classification: CFF; HRCG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 157 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1225.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Vida Publishers United States
Edition
Bilingual
Number of pages
880
Condition
New
SKU
V9788482673028
ISBN
9788482673028
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 38.33

Paperback. Editor(s): Brady, Lindy; Toswell, M J. Series: MIP Festschriften, Occasional Papers, and Lectures. Num Pages: 180 pages, 1 illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ABC; CFF; DSBB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 163 x 241 x 16. Weight in Grams: 444.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Medieval Institute Publications United States
Number of pages
180
Condition
New
SKU
V9781580442428
ISBN
9781580442428
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.49

paperback. Num Pages: 121 pages. BIC Classification: 2FMZ; CFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 140 x 7. Weight in Grams: 156.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Ibex Publishers, Incorporated United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
121
Condition
New
SKU
V9780936347318
ISBN
9780936347318
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.54

Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CFF; HRCG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 10. Weight in Grams: 265.
Publisher
Zondervan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780310290834
ISBN
9780310290834
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.22

Paperback. Num Pages: 324 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2CSJ; CFF; CJB; HRCG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 277 x 216 x 21. Weight in Grams: 906.
Publisher
Baker Publishing Group
Number of pages
324
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Bilingual
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801048869
ISBN
9780801048869
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 29.65

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